TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome ................................................................................................ 3 Schedule of Events ...............................................................................4 Lyft Transportation Pick Up Points................................................... 4 Places to Stay ........................................................................................ 5 Places to Eat ..........................................................................................6 Downtown Parking Map .....................................................................8 Runner Safety Flag System .................................................................9 RaceSafe ................................................................................................. 10 98Rock .05K ..........................................................................................11 Expo Parking, Hours and Shuttle ......................................................12-13 Bib Number Email Details ..................................................................15 Race Shirt Exchange & Policy ............................................................16 Public Transportation........................................................................... 17 Prohibited Items ...................................................................................18 Runner’s Bag Check .............................................................................19 Pace Groups ..........................................................................................21 Runner Tracking .................................................................................... 22 Volunteer Opportunities ....................................................................23 Virtual Goodie Bag ..............................................................................23 Headphone Policy ................................................................................23 Marathon & Relay Course .................................................................. 24 Marathon & Relay Map, Highlights ....................................................25-26 Half Marathon Map & Route Highlights ..........................................27-29 On-Course Aide Stations ................................................................... 30 Dropping Out of Races ...................................................................... 30 Finish Line Layout ................................................................................. 30-32 Post Race Refreshments .....................................................................32 Team Relay Transportation & Exchange Details ............................33-34 Free Race Day Photos......................................................................... 35 Television Coverage .............................................................................36 Balti-MORON-a-thon ......................................................................... 36 King Crab & Maryland Double ......................................................... 36 5K Map & Details .................................................................................37-38 Kids Fun Run Map & Details ..............................................................39-40 Race Results ..........................................................................................42 BGE Home Celebration Village ..................................................................42 Rental Cars ............................................................................................43 Rental Cars ............................................................................................43 Race Day Parking Directions and Map ....................................................43-45 2 Welcome to the 17th Annual Baltimore Running EVENT TIMES Festival. We are thrilled that you will be joining us and Thursday, October 19, 2017 (Baltimore Convention Ctr Hall A) will be able to experience our new fi nish line located NAVA Health and Vitality Expo/Packet Pick-Up 12pm-8pm in the Inner Harbor. We are very excited to showcase Thursday, October 19, 2017 (POWER PLANT LIVE!) the jewel of Charm City and know you will enjoy the All Ages Welcome Party @ Power Plant Live! 6pm-9pm waterside amenities and scenery. .05K presented by 98Rock 8pm The Baltimore Running Festival has grown into one of FRiday, October 20, 2017 (Baltimore Convention Ctr Hall A) the most visible and highly anticipated events in the city. NAVA Health and Vitality Expo/Packet Pick-Up 12pm-8pm The streets of Baltimore will be abuzz on race morning Saturday, October 21, 2017 - race start times with groups of fans lining up to cheer you on during your ARRIVE 90 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR RACE START foot tour of Charm City. National Anthem & Presentation of the Colors @ 5k Start 7:25am We’d be remiss if we did not talk about all of the wonderful charities associated ShopRite 5K (NEW LOCATION IN ‘17) 7:30am with this powerful event and how they help individuals and their families during their National Anthem & Presentation of the Colors @ Full/Relay Start 7:50am personal time of crisis. Since the event’s inception, the Baltimore Running Festival Wheelchair Marathon 7:55am has helped charities to raise more than $12 million. While we all celebrate on a The 17th Annual Baltimore Marathon 8:00am crisp fall Saturday in October, it’s evident the festival impacts some lives forever. 4-Person Team Relay 8:00am If you are running, we ask you to encourage a neighbor or friend from out of town 98 Rock Bands & DJs throughout the course All Day to REGISTER. If you can’t run this year, consider VOLUNTEERING or coming to ShopRite 5k Awards Ceremony 9:00am the fi nish line to CELEBRATE. If you live in the city, organize a group to head out Kids Fun Run (NEW LOCATION IN ‘17) 9:20am on the course and CHEER as the runners pass. All these actions will help show CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Half-Marathon 9:45am your BMORE PRIDE! Race Champions Awards Ceremony (NEW LOCATION IN ‘17) 12:00pm Awards Ceremonies on Main Stage in Celebration Village. Age group awards will be mailed. This packet includes important information that will prepare you for the events and activities surrounding the event. If you have entered the Baltimore Marathon, the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Half-Marathon, 4-Person Team Relay, the LYFT PICK UP POINTS ShopRite 5K or the Kids Fun Run, it is extremely important that you read the The Baltimore Running Festival has partnered with Lyft as information in this booklet carefully. the preferred transportation partner for this year’s event! Remember, Runner Packets are available for pick-up during the Expo ONLY; Get to the Baltimore Running Festival with Lyft and take there will be NO Registration or Runner Packet Pick-Up on Race Day. advantage of our designated drop off/pick up locations. On-line confi rmation of your entry is available on the Baltimore Running Festival These are located right near the expo entrance on Pratt & Charles Sts. during website. You can search the database (updated weekly) of all registered runners expo days and at Camden Yards near Dempsey’s restaurant on race day. to fi nd out who is participating in this year’s race. For more information and to view your confi rmation, visit www.TheBaltimoreMarathon.com. Ride for $10 Off- Lyft will get you there and back for less. Simply click the link FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK OR below and you’ll score $10 in a ride credits for the Baltimore Running Festival. TWITTER FOR ANY LAST MINUTE New riders only. Some restrictions apply. See website for details. UPDATES & IMPORTANT MESSAGES. https://www.lyft.com/invite/brf17 3 A CORRIGAN SPORTS EVENT 4 Pickles Pub- Pub, American (Traditional), Sports Bar GREAT PLACES TO STAY FOR Phone: (410) 752-1784 S Address: 520 Washington Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21230 RACE DAY Distance from the fi nish line: 0.6 Miles R OR DURING A RETURN VISIT TO CHARM CITY McCormick and Schmick’s- Seafood We are excited to be partnering with Team Travel Source for hotel E Phone: (410) 234-1300 accommodations! Team Travel Source has secured the best hotel rooms with Address: 711 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202 the lowest rates for the Baltimore Running Festival. N Distance from the fi nish line: 0.6 Miles TO BOOK THESE GREAT ROOMS WHILE THEY LAST – VISIT THIS LINK T Rusty Scupper- Seafood https://aws.passkey.com/g/68832420 Phone: (410) 727-3678 R Address: 402 Key Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21230 Distance from the fi nish line: 0.7 Miles A The Boathouse- American (New), Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch P Phone: (410) 773-9795 Address: 2809 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224 Distance from the fi nish line: 2.5 Miles T Hard Rock Cafe- American (New), Burgers, Music N Phone: (410) 347-7625 If you have any questions regarding hotels for the event or would like to book Address: 601 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 A your hotel room over the phone, please call Team Travel Source directly at Distance from the fi nish line: 0.3 Miles 1-866-567-7075 or email [email protected]. R Mission BBQ- Barbeque, Salad, Sandwiches HERE ARE SOME OF THE GREAT HOTAL OPTIONS YOU WILL Phone: (443) 955-6807 FIND WHEN YOU BOOK THROUGH TEAM TRAVEL SOURCE: U Address: 3701 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224 Distance from the fi nish line: 3.1 Miles MARRIOTT INNER HARBOR AT CAMDEN YARDS A Located on the west side of the Inner Harbor, this contemporary Baltimore hotel provides T Dunkin Donuts- Donuts, Breakfast, Coffee & Tea easy access to all major attractions, highways